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Chapter 18: Unspoken Truth and a Tender Kiss

En and Alina spent the day soaking in the sun and the cold waters of the lake. Both of them spent their time with an eager passion and exploration typical of first-time lovers, reveling in each other's company since confessing their feelings for each other.

Alina rests her head on En's lap as they both read their books, nestled on a bench overlooking the lake, while twilight gently descends. However, from a distance, En noticed a large, dark cloud ominously advancing toward their peaceful spot again.

Meanwhile, at the farmhouse, a thunderstorm rages outside. Sasha, preoccupied with the storm's fury, kept a watchful eye on the weather, while little Posy, engrossed in her play with stuffed toys, remained blissfully unaware of the tempest brewing beyond the windows.

"Dear, could you please help everyone attend on the horses by the stable? I'll look after Posy for the meantime."

Rosa asked Sasha a favor.

"Okay mother. Let me know when you need help as soon as possible."

Sasha complied while staring at Posy who's busy playing with Dino and Bunny.

As Sasha entered the stable, she found Bian alone, drenched from the pouring rain, while she diligently settled the horses into their stalls. Without hesitation, Sasha removed her sweater and draped it over Bian to shield her from the cold.

"Why did you get soak in the rain for these horses. You might catch a cold."

Sasha asked Bian.

"What's the matter? We've been used to these works before."

Bian answered confusingly.

Sasha's sentiment towards Bian had shifted following her recent conversation with En, as she now realized that Bian's affection for her went beyond mere friendship. However, she had to maintain the pretense of being unaware.

"Well, we're not getting younger. So you have to look after yourself at times too."

Sasha's rebuttal to avoid getting obvious of her concern.

The last horse had been settled in the stable, thanks to both women's efforts. Just as Bian was about to leave, Sasha suddenly spoke up.

"Do you think I have a shot with En?

Bian was taken aback and filled with jealousy upon hearing the woman's question.

"How should I know? You're the one who spends most time with her."

Bian anxiously answered.

"You're right. But say, what if a woman tries to hit on you. How would you feel?"

Sasha stealthly interrogates the woman in distress.

"I really don't know Sasha. Maybe you need to have the courage to say it to her face for you to know!"

Bian exclaimed as she was about to bolt her way out of the stable. But before she could even do that, Sasha managed to grab her hand and pushed her towards the wall.

"Really Bian? Tell me, have you ever kept a secret from someone that you're scared of admitting?"

Sasha forcefully questioned her while holding a grip of her arm.

Bian was godsmacked by Sasha's gesture yet noticed the yearning in her eyes.

"Sasha, you're hurting my arm."

Bian nervously asked holding the woman's grip off her hand.

Sasha realized that she had inadvertently hurt Bian, yet remained determined to extract the truth from her. She relaxed her grip slightly but still prevented Bian from leaving the stable. Bian understood that Sasha had uncovered the truth about her feelings for her. Tears streamed down her face as she faced Sasha, who awaited her response.

At that moment, Sasha felt a pang of guilt for unintentionally hurting Bian in her quest for the truth. With a heavy heart, she gently lifted Bian's tear-streaked face, her own expression etched with regret for her actions.

"Oh Bian! Why did you kept this hidden for so long?"

Sasha asked desperately.

Through her tears, Bian responded, "You've been my friend for so long, and I can't bear the thought of losing you because of my feelings."

Upon hearing Bian's response, Sasha ardently kissed her - a deep, passionate, and kiss brimming with a profound yearning for the affection she had longed for. Bian immediately reciprocated Sasha's kiss without hesitation, having waited so long for this moment. Their kiss was charged with a deep yearning for affection. Bian could taste the intensity of Sasha's mouth as it pressed urgently against hers, the flavors mingling and intensifying their emotional exchange.

The two women paid no heed to the storm raging outside, lost in their intimate kiss as they clung to each other within the shelter of the stable.